What is the cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Chester?

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Chester is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Chester?

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Chester is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Chester?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Chester. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Chester Bus Interchange via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Newhall St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Chester?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Chester. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Chester via Waterloo station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Chester?

The distance between Basingstoke and Chester is 229 miles. The road distance is 184.4 miles.

How do I travel from Basingstoke to Chester without a car?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Chester without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 22m and costs £70 - £220.

How long does it take to get from Basingstoke to Chester?

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Basingstoke to Chester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Chester bus from?

Basingstoke to Chester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Malls station.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Chester train from?

Basingstoke to Chester train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Basingstoke station.

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Chester?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Chester is to train via London which takes 4h 22m and costs £70 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 11m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Chester bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Chester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Chester train arrive?

Basingstoke to Chester train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Chester is 184 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Basingstoke to Chester.

How do I get a train ticket from Basingstoke to Chester?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Basingstoke to Chester?

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Where can I stay near Chester?

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Basingstoke to Chester - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Basingstoke to Chester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London WaterlooBasingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to ChesterLondon Euston - Chester / ...
4h 22m
£74–217
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Heathrow Central Bus Station806
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Chester Bus Interchange
6h 11m
£30–53
Drive 183.4 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Chester183.4 mi
3h 36m
£46–67
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chester
5h 31m
£77–252
Train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to StaffordBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to ChesterLondon Euston - Chester / ...
4h 25m
£74–206
Train via Birmingham Airport (BHX)
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Birmingham InternationalBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to ChesterBirmingham International - Chester / ...
5h 1m
£88–270
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Chester
4h 24m
£80–197
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Woking
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Liverpool (LPL)LHR - LPL
3. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Chester
6h 57m
£116–318

Basingstoke to Chester by train

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4h 25mAverage Duration

£74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 227.7 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

What companies run services between Basingstoke, England and Chester, England?

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Chester via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 4h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Chester Bus Interchange via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Newhall St in around 6h 11m.

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